Atty. Robert Jay Benowitz
Robert Jay Benowitz is a lawyer practicing securities, corporate & business services, executive compensation and related employment matters, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Robert Jay received a B.A. degree from American University School of Government and Public Administration in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 54+ Years Experience
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About Robert Jay Benowitz at a Glance
Robert Jay Benowitz is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Rick, Steiner, Fell & Benowitz, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment, business, employment contracts, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1972) and District of Columbia (1985). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1971) and American University School of Government and Public Administration (B.A., 1968). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Jay Benowitz
- Robert Jay Benowitz is a lawyer practicing securities, corporate & business services, executive compensation and related employment matters, employment law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert Jay received a B.A. degree from American University School of Government and Public Administration in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Robert Jay practices at Rick, Steiner, Fell & Benowitz, LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Jay Benowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Jay Benowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Employment Contracts in New York
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Health Care Law in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Robert Jay Benowitz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Jay Benowitz's practice in the field of employment, business, employment contracts, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Jay Benowitz brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and District of Columbia, Robert Jay Benowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and employment contracts, Robert Jay Benowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Robert Jay Benowitz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Jay Benowitz Handles in New York
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Jay Benowitz has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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